Events

Whispering Vine presents
Zinfandel Tasting
85 Foothill Rd Ste 1 Reno, NV 89511
Apr22
Wednesday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Full event details
Join us on Wednesday, April 22, from 4–7 PM at Whispering Vine South Creek for a tasting celebrating the bold, spicy, and expressive character of California Zinfandel. This lineup highlights standout producers from Dry Creek Valley and Russian River Valley, showcasing the depth and versatility of one of California’s signature grapes.
Tasting Fee: $35 (Buy a bottle from the tasting and your fee is refunded)
Featured Wines:
- Ridge Lytton Springs 2023 – 98 pts Jeb Dunnuck, 95 pts Wine Spectator, #3 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2025 – Deeply structured and polished with blackberry, anise, black pepper, and dark spice wrapped in refined tannins.
- Mauritson Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel 2023 – 93 pts Wine Spectator, 92 pts Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate – Supple and vibrant with raspberry, roasted anise, white pepper, and a long, spicy finish.
- Gamba Family Ranches Zinfandel 2021 – Bold and lively with black licorice, spiced tea, raspberry, allspice, and fresh anise notes.
- BACA Double Dutch Zinfandel 2023 – Expressive and silky with ripe plum, raspberry, dark cherry, crushed thyme, and licorice.
Discover your favorite expression of California Zin—buy a bottle and your tasting is free.